Praxis Precision Medicines, Inc. · 15 hours ago
Epilepsies Therapeutic Area Lead, Global Medical Affairs
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$300K/yr - $335K/yr
10+ years expPraxis Precision Medicines is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapies for central nervous system disorders. In this role, you will lead the Medical Affairs strategy for the epilepsy therapeutic area, overseeing operational execution, vendor management, and collaboration with the medical community to support product lifecycle management.
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Responsibilities
Serve as the Medical Affairs leader for the therapeutic area, both internally and externally, representing Praxis with KOLs, investigators, patient advocacy groups, and at scientific and industry forums
Lead the development and execution of integrated medical brand and disease-state strategies, including advisory boards, congress planning and execution, field medical tactics, publication strategy, and medical review activities
Proactively build and manage relationships with healthcare professionals, academic institutions, and patient advocacy organizations relevant to the therapeutic area
Partner cross-functionally with Marketing, Business Insights, Business Development, Finance, Legal, and other functions to support and advance corporate strategic objectives
Develop and execute Medical Affairs plans, including publication planning, medical advisory boards, educational programs, training initiatives, and scientific conferences
Lead the development, execution, and governance of Investigator-Initiated Studies (IIS) and company-sponsored research strategies
Oversee external vendors and operational activities to ensure timely, high-quality, and compliant execution
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree (MD or DO) with 10+ years of experience in Medical Affairs and/or clinical research
Demonstrated leadership experience in Medical Affairs or Clinical Research with a consistent record of high performance
Strong people leadership, collaboration, and team-building skills
Proven ability to organize and lead scientific advisory panels and to clearly communicate complex scientific and medical information to internal and external stakeholders
Solid understanding of U.S. regulations governing Medical Affairs activities
High intellectual curiosity with an innovative, problem-solving mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, agile environment
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust-based relationships and foster diversity, equity, and inclusion
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and results-driven, with a strong commitment to quality and compliance
Ability to lead by example, develop talent, build strong cross-functional partnerships, and foster a collaborative, high-performing culture
Preferred
Epileptologist preferred
Benefits
99% of the premium paid for medical, dental and vision plans.
Company-paid life insurance
AD&D
Disability benefits
Voluntary plans to personalize your coverage.
We match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% on eligible 401(k) contributions
Long-term stock incentives
ESPP
Discretionary quarterly bonus
Extremely flexible wellness benefit
Generous PTO
Paid holidays
Company-wide shutdowns.
Company
Praxis Precision Medicines, Inc.
Praxis Precision Medicines is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company translating genetic insights into the development of therapies for central nervous system disorders characterized by neuronal imbalance.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.67BKey Investors
Eventide
2026-01-06Post Ipo Equity· $575M
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2024-03-28Post Ipo Equity· $200M
Leadership Team
Marcio Souza
President and CEO
Tim Kelly
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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2026-02-03
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